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August vs Simon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Simon

Boy #251 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he has heard, God has heard"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French German Scandinavian Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#251
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

August Rank #88
Simon Rank #251

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #251 for Simon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Simon more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Simon at #251 in the United States.

What do August and Simon mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Simon means "he has heard, God has heard" (Hebrew origin).

Are August and Simon boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Simon is primarily a boy name.

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